Insanely Healthy Banana Bread Recipe

Name: Insanely Healthy Banana Bread
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup Splenda granular (or a little less, depending on how sweet you want it); ⅛ cup applesauce (I like cinnamon); ¼ cup light margarine, softened; 1 large egg; 2 bananas (ripe, smashed); ¼ cup fat-free half-and-half; ¾ teaspoon vanilla; 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour; ½ teaspoon baking soda; ½ teaspoon salt; ¾ cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

Servings: persons

¾ cup Splenda granular (or a little less, depending on how sweet you want it)
⅛ cup applesauce (I like cinnamon)
¼ cup light margarine, softened
1 large egg
2 bananas (ripe, smashed)
¼ cup fat-free half-and-half
¾ teaspoon vanilla
1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup walnuts, chopped (optional)

1
Heat oven to 350.
2
Grease bottom only of 8 1/2 inch loaf pan.
3
Mix Splenda, applesauce, and margarine in large bowl.
4
Stir in egg until well blended.
5
Add bananas, half n half, and vanilla.
6
Beat until smooth.
7
Stir in flour, baking soda, and salt until just moistened.
8
Top with nuts and press in (if desired).
9
Pour into pan.
10
Bake 8-inch loaves about 35-45 minutes or until toothpick inserted in center comes out clean.
11
Cool 10 minutes.
12
Loosen sides of loaves from pans; remove from pans and place top side up on wire rack.
13
Cool completely.

394

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup Splenda granular (or a little less, depending on how sweet you want it), ⅛ cup applesauce (I like cinnamon), ¼ cup light margarine, softened, 1 large egg, and more.

Yes, Insanely Healthy Banana Bread falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Insanely Healthy Banana Bread

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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